Kennametal appoints new president, metal cutting segment
Kennametal Inc. has hired David Bersaglini as vice president of Kennametal Inc. and president of the Metal Cutting segment, effective August 26.
Bersaglini has nearly 25 years of experience and comes to the company from Copeland, a spin-off of Emerson, where he was vice president and general manager of global refrigeration.
"Dave brings a strong track record of success to Kennametal, with extensive experience leading businesses in the global industrial space and a proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives," said Sanjay Chowbey, president and CEO.
Chowbey added, "His valuable commercial expertise, growth mindset and results orientation make him the ideal choice to lead the Metal Cutting business. Dave will be instrumental in our journey to create shareholder value through growth, margin expansion and a balanced capital allocation strategy."
Bersaglini will serve on the company's executive leadership team and will report directly to Chowbey, whom he succeeds in the top metal cutting role.
Bersaglini will be accountable for all aspects of the global business, including advancing the strategy, driving operational excellence and delivering profitable growth.
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